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Ministry of Science & Technology
LoI signed between DST & Fraunhofer ISE on hydrogen & clean energy technologies can accelerate energy transition in India
A Letter of Intent  was signed between the Department of Science and Technology  and Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems  for a long-term collaboration focusing on hydrogen technologies.
The LoI was signed on 25th February, 2023, by Dr. Anita Gupta, Scientist G and Head, Energy Technologies Cell, DST and Prof. Dr. Christopher Hebling, Director, Division Hydrogen Technologies, Fraunhofer ISE in the presence of Secretary, DST, Dr. S. Chandrasekhar. The event was also attended by Mr. R. Madhan, Director, Indo-German Science & Technology Centre , Ms Anandi Iyer, Director Fraunhofer India and officials representing both the sides.
India and Germany share the goal of decarbonizing their economies and are committed to collaborating jointly in the pursuit of energy security and climate protection. Both countries have committed to develop a national green hydrogen economy to facilitate achievement of the Paris Agreement targets.
The LoI will trigger development of higher Technology Readiness Level  for hydrogen energy clusters being set up by DST and identify existing technologies and potential interventions from Fraunhofer in green hydrogen, integrate them with indigenous technologies, and deploy /calibrate them for Indian conditions.
DST will provide the enabling framework for cooperation in the hydrogen valley cluster projects, support activities, and facilitate the resources needed wherever applicable and possible. Meanwhile Fraunhofer acts as a technology partner for the hydrogen valley /cluster, provides information and access to technologies of TRL 5 – 8, scientific and technical experts, collaboration in preparing technology roadmaps and guidelines for innovation ecosystem/cluster.
This collaboration will pave the way to forge active engagements and collaborations based on mutual needs and strength to further research and technological capabilities in the hydrogen and clean energy sector. It would help in accelerating pathways for energy transition in India.
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Update on COVID-19 Vaccine Availability in States/UTs
More than 168.08 Crore vaccine doses provided to States/UTs
More than 11.81 Crore balance and unutilized vaccine doses still available with States/UTs
The Union Government is committed to accelerating the pace and expanding the scope of COVID-19 vaccination throughout the country. The nationwide COVID 19 vaccination started on 16th January 2021. The new phase of universalization of COVID-19 vaccination commenced from 21st June 2021. The vaccination drive has been ramped up through availability of more vaccines, advance visibility of vaccine availability to States and UTs for enabling better planning by them, and streamlining the vaccine supply chain.
As part of the nationwide vaccination drive, Government of India has been supporting the States and UTs by providing them COVID Vaccines free of cost. In the new phase of the universalization of the COVID19 vaccination drive, the Union Government will procure and supply  75% of the vaccines being produced by the vaccine manufacturers in the country to States and UTs.
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More than 168.08 crore  vaccine doses have been provided to States/UTs so far through Govt. of India  and through direct state procurement category.
More than 11.81 Cr  balance and unutilized COVID Vaccine doses are still available with the States/UTs to be administered.
Ministry of Science & Technology
India & Finland discuss possible areas of co-operation in quantum computing for virtual Centre of Excellence 
Delegates from India and Finland discussed possible areas of co-operation in quantum computing and a roadmap for the collaborative virtual Centre of Excellence  that has been planned to be set up.
“The two countries are trying to get academic and industrial partners which can help develop quantum science and technology for the betterment of humankind in particular and the planet in general. We are committed towards global excellence in this field to achieve the best possible technologies in the shortest possible time,” said Secretary Department of Science and Technology , Dr. S Chandrasekhar while addressing the delegates at a round table meeting organized at DST.
Dr. Chandrasekhar stressed on the necessity to chalk out the strengths and weaknesses of both countries in this area and to work together towards a plan to overcome the weaknesses by establishing a core group which will drive the initiative.
The meeting was held a day after the signing of the Joint Declaration for setting up the Indo-Finnish Virtual Network Centre on Quantum Computing in the presence of the Union Minister of State  Science & Technology; Minister of State  Earth Sciences; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh and Visiting Finland Minister of Economic Affairs, Mr Mika Lintila.
Mr. Petri Peltonen, Under-Secretary of State, Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment, Finland, underlined the need to join the best of Finland with the best of India, use the scientific ecosystems, and the strong IT communities of both the countries and strengthen them in a way that can facilitate spin-offs.
“Our aim is towards a product and research-driven collaboration which can work towards supercomputing devices, sensors, communication technologies, space technologies, and many others,” said Dr. KR Murali Mohan, Adviser, DST while highlighting the potential for collaborations through the National Mission for Interdisciplinary Cyber-physical Systems and through Quantum Enabled Science and Technology  program
Dr. Mika Tirronen, Counsellor, Education & Science, Embassy of Finland, spoke about the strength of Finland quantum computing like infrastructure, heritage, public funding, innovation-driven industry, its strong quantum ecosystem as well as the Nordic spirit of perseverance.
Prime Minister's Office
PM greets people of Gujarat on Gujarat Diwas
PM Shri Narendra Modi has extended his greetings to people of Gujarat on their statehood day.
"Greetings on Gujarat Diwas. The state’s people are known for their simplicity and entrepreneurial zeal. Gujarat has made a significant contribution in our nation’s history, especially during the freedom movement. May Gujarat continue to add impetus to India’s progress", PM said.
Ministry of Minority Affairs
Awareness Campaign by Ministry of Minority Affairs
The awareness campaign is carried out under the Scheme of ‘Research/Studies Monitoring and Evaluation of Development Schemes’ of this Ministry. This includes publicity to create awareness among the six centrally notified minority communities, namely, Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, Parsis and Jains, about the schemes/programmes implemented by this Ministry. An evaluation study of this scheme of awareness had been conducted in 2014 and a copy of this Study Report is available on the website of the Ministry at <www.minorityaffairs.gov.in>. Based on the recommendations of this Study, the Scheme was revised appropriately.
Awareness campaigns carried out by this Ministry have created positive impact on the targeted beneficiaries which has resulted in increase in the number of applications received for various schemes of this Ministry.
The Government has taken up multi-media campaigns to spread awareness of welfare schemes meant for minorities through print and electronic media as well as through social media and Ministry’s website. In addition, outdoor publicity is also being done by organizing Hunar Haats to further promote traditional crafts/arts, generate employment and strengthen the market linkages of Minority artisans both from urban and rural areas.
This Information was given by the Minister of Minority Affairs, Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Finance
Delhi Customs organises Painting/Drawing Competition for children on the theme ‘Mere Sapno Ka Bharat’ at Darya Khan Park, East Kidwai Nagar and Govt. Senior Secondary School, Rajokri as part of the Iconic Week celebrations under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav
Delhi Customs organised Painting/Drawing Competition on 10.06.2022 for children on the theme ‘Mere Sapno Ka Bharat’ at Darya Khan Park, East Kidwai Nagar and Govt Senior Secondary School, Rajokri as part of the Iconic Week celebrations under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.
Around 300 children participated enthusiastically in the competition, which was conducted for 2 age categories - 5-10 years & 11-16 years.
The theme is meant to connect the children with development of their Nation and to make them active contributors towards nation-building. The purpose is also to invoke a proud connect with rich cultural history and ideals of freedom struggle in this 75th year of independence so that children and citizens can value the freedom & privileges that we enjoy as citizens of India.
This also tries to encourage children to think innovatively and come up with solutions for the problems they see around them.
Children made very creative and colourful paintings/drawings on the theme ‘Mere Sapno Ka Bharat’. The paintings exhibited that they seek and desire a clean, environmentally prosperous, technologically advanced, fair & just and an egalitarian country which leads the world towards future. All children were provided with drawing materials and refreshments.
Prize winners were awarded certificates, trophies and gifts. The event was very well received by the children and the residents of the area. Chief Commissioner Shri Surjit Bhujabal and Principal Commissioner Smt. Simmi Jain graced the occasion, interacted with children and gave away the prizes.
A Slogan writing competition for officers & staff on the topic ‘Indirect Taxes’ was organised by Delhi Customs also as part of Iconic Week celebrations of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav. The event was organised as an inter-commissionerate competition to foster collaboration and esprit-de-corps. More than 75 officers participated. Indirect taxes have always been a major source of revenue for the nation, which is utilised for developmental activities of the country. The theme seeks to inspire the officers towards role of indirect taxes in nation-building and proudly proclaim the same before the nation. Winners were felicitated with certificates & trophies.
Ministry of Home Affairs
Cabinet condoles sad demise of Shri Manohar Parrikar, Chief Minister on 17th March, 2019 at Panaji, Goa
The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has condoled the sad demise of Shri Manohar Parrikar, Chief Minister on 17th March, 2019 at Panaji, Goa. The Cabinet observed silence for two minutes in the memory of Late Shri Manohar Parrikar.
The Cabinet has also approved observing one day of mourning by the Government of India and flying the National Flag at half-mast on 18th March, 2019 in all the States/UTs Capitals including Delhi and throughout State of Goa.
The Union Cabinet further approved following condolence Resolution in the profound memory of Shri Manohar Parrikar:
“The Cabinet expresses profound sorrow at the sad demise of Shri Manohar Parrikar, Chief Minister of Goa in the evening of 17th March, 2019 at Panaji, Goa. In his passing away, the country has lost a veteran and distinguished leader, affectionately called as the Chief Minister of commoners.
Born on December 13, 1955 at Mapusa, Goa, Shri Parrikar was educated at Loyola School, Margao and later graduated in Metallurgical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Mumbai in 1978. Before entering politics, Shri Parrikar had joined the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh  at a young age and became a Mukhya Shikshak  in the final years of his schooling itself. After graduating from IIT, he resumed RSS work in Mapusa and became a Sanghchalak at the age of 26.
As a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party , Shri Parrikar was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Goa in 1994. He became the Chief Minister of Goa for the first time on 24th October, 2000 and continued till 27th February, 2002. He was re-elected as Chief Minister on 3rd June, 2002 and served till 2nd February, 2005. He became Chief Minister of Goa for the third time on 9th March, 2012 and continued till 8th November, 2014. On 9th November, 2014, Shri Parrikar became Union Minister of Defence and continued till 13th March, 2017, he was again sworn in as Chief Minister of Goa on 14th March, 2017.
Shri Parrikar will be remembered for his simplicity and his abilities as an exceptional administrator. His contribution to the building of modern Goa and to the modernization of India's Armed Forces as well as improvement to the lives of ex.-Servicemen will never be forgotten.
Shri Parrikar was awarded the 'Distinguished Alumnus Award' by IIT Mumbai in 2001, Honorary Doctorate by National Institute of Technology, Goa in 2018 and the Dr. S.P. Mukherjee Award in 2018, among others. He is survived by his two sons.
The Cabinet extends its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and the people of Goa on behalf of the Government and the entire Nation.”
Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Cabinet approves signing of Memorandum of Understanding between Competition Commission of India and Egyptian Competition Authority
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today approved the signing of Memorandum of Understanding  between Competition Commission of India  and Egyptian Competition Authority .
Implementation Strategy and Targets:
The MoU envisages promotion and strengthening of cooperation in competition law and policy through exchange of information, sharing of best practices as well as through various capacity building initiatives. The MoU also aims to develop and strengthen linkages between CCI and ECA, and learn and emulate from each other's experiences in the enforcement of competition law in their respective jurisdictions through experience sharing and technical cooperation.
Impact:
The MoU, through exchange of enforcement initiatives, would enable CCI to emulate and learn from the experience and lessons of its counterpart competition agency in Egypt which would help improve enforcement of the Competition Act, 2002 by CCI. The resultant outcomes would benefit consumers at large and promote equity and inclusiveness.
Background:
Section 18 of the Competition Act, 2002 permits CCI to enter into any memorandum or arrangement with any agency of any foreign country for the purpose of discharging its duties or performing its functions under the Act. Accordingly, the present proposal relates to signing of MoU between CCI and EGA.
Ministry of Law and Justice
PRESS COMMUNIQUE
In exercise of the power conferred by clause  of Article 224 of the Constitution of India, the President, after consultation with the Chief Justice of India, is pleased to appoint following Judicial Officers as Additional Judges of the Calcutta High Court as follows:-
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Biswaroop Chowdhury
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Partha Sarathi Sen
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Prasenjit Biswas
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Ministry of Home Affairs
Union Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah welcomed decision of Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, to rename Khel Ratna Award as Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award
"Naming the country's highest sports honor 'Khel Ratna Award' after the greatest sportsperson, Major Dhyan Chand, is a true tribute to him”
“This decision makes every person associated with the sportsworld proud, I congratulate Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on behalf of all countrymen”
“I have full faith that the 'Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award' will inspire every sportsperson in the country by the dedication of hockey magician Dhyan Chand towards the nation, his determination to raise its honour and his historic achievements, to raise the tricolour in the sports world to the top”.
Union Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah has welcomed the decision of the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, to rename the Khel Ratna Award as the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. In his tweets, Shri Amit Shah said that " naming the country's highest sports honor 'Khel Ratna Award' after the greatest sportsperson, Major Dhyan Chand, is a true tribute to him.” “This decision makes every person associated with the sportsworld proud, I congratulate Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on behalf of all countrymen”
The Home Minister said that “I have full faith that the 'Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award' will inspire every sportsperson in the country by the dedication of hockey magician Dhyan Chand towards the nation, his determination to raise its honour and his historic achievements, to raise the tricolour in the sports world to the top”.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Indian Delegation at Berlinale 2020 discusses collaboration with Jerusalem International Film Festival
On the second day of Berlinale 2020, the Indian delegation met with a number of representatives from the Global Film industry who expressed their interest in working with India and keenness to participate for the 51st IFFI International Film Festival of India
The Delegation met with Mr Lior Sasson, Head of Operations  and Artistic Director of Israeli Pavilion, Ministry of Culture and Sports, State of Israel. Mr Sasson expressed interest in exploring opportunities fir future collaboration with IFFI 2020. The two sides also discussed scope of working together to showcase India as a focus country at the Jerusalem International Film Festival, Israel and their participation at IFFI 2020.
The Delegation had a meeting with Ms Makhosazana Khanyile, Chief Executive Officer, National Film & Video Foundation of South Africa . During the meeting, Ms Khanyile expressed her willingness to work with India on animation, Gaming and VR/ AR sector and IFFI. She also emphasised on developing strategies with India on exchange of skills, both digital and gaming. National Film Development Corporation  has a co-production treaty with NFVF.
Indian Delegation also interacted with Ms Wendy Bendred, Right Stuff; Mr Claas Danielsen, CEO, MDM Online ; Ms Mukhlisa Azizova, Chairman of Uzbekistan National Film Commission; Mr Mathew Takata, Senior Manager Feature projects international, Sundance Film Institute and Mr Marc Baschet, Co-producer, Movie - Lunchbox and representatives of Spain, among others.
The Indian Pavilion at Berlinale has been organized by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting in association with Confederation of Indian Industry. Over 40 Indian film companies are participating at Berlinale 2020.
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Ministry of Finance
CBDT has refunded Rs. 71,229 crore so far to help taxpayers during COVID-19 pandemic
The Central Board of Direct Taxes  has issued refunds worth Rs 71,229 crore in more than 21.24 lakh cases upto 11th July, 2020, to help taxpayers with liquidity during COVID-19 pandemic, since the Government’s decision of 8th April, 2020 to issue pending income tax refunds at the earliest.
Income tax refunds amounting to Rs. 24,603 crore have been issued in 19.79 lakh cases to taxpayers and corporate tax refunds amounting to Rs. 46,626 crore in 1.45 lakh cases have been issued to taxpayers during COVID-19.
It is stated that the government has laid great emphasis on providing tax related services to the taxpayers without any hassles and is aware that during these difficult times of COVID-19 pandemic, many of the taxpayers are waiting to see that their tax demands and refunds reach finality as quickly as possible.
It is further emphasized that all the refund related cleaning up of the tax demands are being taken up on priority and is likely to be completed by 31st August, 2020. Also, all applications for rectifications and for giving effect to appeal orders are to be uploaded on the ITBA. It has been decided to do all the work of rectification and appeal effect on ITBA only.
It is reiterated that taxpayers, for quick processing of their refunds, should provide immediate response to the emails of I-T Department. A quick response from the taxpayer in this regard would facilitate the I-T Department to process their refunds expeditiously. Many taxpayers have submitted their responses electronically for rectification, appeal effects or tax credits. These are being attended to in a time bound manner. All refunds have been issued online and directly into the bank accounts of the taxpayers.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Update on COVID-19 Vaccine Availability in States/UTs
More than 193.53 Crore vaccine doses provided to States/UTs
More than 10.25 Crore balance and unutilized vaccine doses still available with States/UTs
The Union Government is committed to accelerating the pace and expanding the scope of COVID-19 vaccination throughout the country. The nationwide COVID 19 vaccination started on 16th January 2021. The new phase of universalization of COVID-19 vaccination commenced from 21st June 2021. The vaccination drive has been ramped up through availability of more vaccines, advance visibility of vaccine availability to States and UTs for enabling better planning by them, and streamlining the vaccine supply chain.
As part of the nationwide vaccination drive, Government of India has been supporting the States and UTs by providing them COVID Vaccines free of cost. In the new phase of the universalization of the COVID19 vaccination drive, the Union Government will procure and supply  75% of the vaccines being produced by the vaccine manufacturers in the country to States and UTs.
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10,25,64,720
More than 193.53 crore  vaccine doses have been provided to States/UTs so far through Govt. of India  and through direct state procurement category.
More than 10.25 Cr  balance and unutilized COVID Vaccine doses are still available with the States/UTs to be administered.
Ministry of Defence
MoD organises second countdown programme of International Yoga Day 2022
Defence Secretary Dr Ajay Kumar led the countdown programme of International Day of Yoga 2022 organised by Ministry of Defence  in New Delhi on May 31, 2022. Secretary  Shri B Anand, Secretary Department of Defence R&D and Chairman Defence Research and Development Organisation  Dr G Satheesh Reddy, Financial Advisor  Shri Sanjiv Mittal and other senior officials of MoD also attended the event. The event witnessed a presentation by the experts from Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga on the role of Yoga in countering stress.
Addressing the gathering, Defence Secretary Dr Ajay Kumar underlined the importance of Yoga in day-to-day life and said that the practice bolsters physical and mental health by providing harmony between the body & the mind. He said, through the International Day of Yoga, India has reclaimed the legacy of this traditional practice.
This was the second countdown programme of International Day of Yoga 2022 organised by MoD. The first such programme was held on May 19, 2022, graced by Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh. He had called upon people to practice Yoga regularly for a happy and balanced life.
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